The Post
September 8th, 2025

What is Happening at Barnhardt Academy
PBIS Pizza Party Reward
Students Rewarded for Academic Performance and Exemplary Attendance
Over 50% of Barnhardt Academy's on-campus students met the PBIS academic and attendance goals for the entire month of August and earned the PBIS Pizza Party reward last Friday. Way to go, Cavaliers! The faculty and staff of BAC want to recognize partners Fernando's and Kona Ice for making this reward possible.
Fernando's
Pepperoni was the Favorite
Kona Ice
Many Smiles and Blue Tongues
Kona Ice
It's Hard to Pick One Flavor
Mark Your Calendar
- 1/2 Day for Students—Friday, September 19
- End of 9-Weeks—Friday, October 3
- PBIS Movie Reward—Friday, October 3
- Fall Break—October 6 through October 12
- First Day of 2nd 9-Weeks—Monday October 13
- ESPLOST Vote—Tuesday, November 4
Barnhardt Academy Partnership Spotlight
Ringgold Telephone Company
Shoutout to RTC for the generous donation. We appreciate your thoughtfulness and willingness to help Barnhardt Academy succeed! #BACPartner
Pictured from left to right: David Tindell (BAC), Steve Sawyer (RTC), Barret Blankenship (BAC), and Phillip Foster (RTC)
Barnhardt Academy Partnership Spotlight
Untethered Church
Thank you to Untethered Church for their generous donation of a snack station for Barnhardt Academy's faculty and staff.
We appreciate your thoughtfulness and look forward to enjoying the goodies throughout the school year.
Snacks and Treats
Mr. Blankenship and Pastor Mike Leroux
On-the-Go Meals
2025-2026 Barnhardt Academy LSGT
Barnhardt Academy's First Local School Governance Team Members
- Barret Blankenship - School Principal
- Lamar Brown - Community Representative
- Tammy Dunaway - Parent Representative
- Ryan Otting - Faculty Representative
- Jeremy Parker - Community Representative
- David Tindell - Faculty Representative
Parent Pro Tip of the Month from Parent ProTech
September ~ Digital Citizenship
Is your child gaming with friends... or strangers?
Even popular games like Roblox or Fortnite let kids talk to strangers. Make sure your child’s in-game settings are safe.
Chatting with strangers in games is more common than you think.
Get conversation starters and safety tools at Parent ProTech.
Friday Deadline - 2025-2026 Superintendent's Advisory Council
Application Deadline - Friday, September 12.
If you are currently a junior or senior in a CCPS high school and wish to be considered for the 2025-2026 Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, please complete the application linked in the flyer to the left.
The juniors and seniors selected from CCPS high schools will serve on the council and represent their school for this school year. The council members have the opportunity to share their thoughts and opinions on the school system and to voice their concerns, suggestions, and input on issues that affect them and their peers to Superintendent Nix.
PBIS at Barnhardt Academy
CHARACTER
ACCOUNTABILITY
VISION
STRENGTH
Our name honors the historic Barnhardt Circle and reflects our shared values of Character, Accountability, Vision, and Strength (C.A.V.S.). This change strengthens our connection to the community, preserves our proud Cavalier mascot, and sets the stage for enhanced school spirit, academic growth, and positive student outcomes.
ESPLOST VII Vote Is November 4th
Message from Transportation Department
New Bus App - Traversa MyRide K-12
We are excited to announce a new bus-tracking app called Traversa MyRide K-12, starting on March 26, 2025, for the entire district. Barnhardt Academy parents will have access to our new app - MyRide K-12. Please use the QR code below to sign up for our new CCPS bus app.
Changing over to Traversa offers a more advanced and user-friendly platform designed to improve the safety and efficiency of our student transportation.
Key benefits include:
Improved Efficiency: Streamlined processes and real-time updates.
Enhanced Safety: Advanced features to ensure student safety.
Better Communication: Timely notifications and updates through the MyRide K-12 Parent App, allowing you to track your child’s bus.
We look forward to partnering with you to make our transportation system the best it can be. If you need assistance from the Transportation Department, please email or call the office at 706-965-2913.
Sincerely,
Mr. Ellis
Transportation Director CCPS
School Safety at Barnhardt Academy
Everyone Is Responsible For School Safety
Students who see or hear something suspicious have many options when it comes to reporting what they see. Make sure they know they can report to an administrator, a teacher, a school counselor, or an adult they trust. They can also text hello to 741-741. Leaders cannot act on information they don't have so please encourage your student report what they see and hear if it is suspicious or dangerous.
We're better together!
See Something, Say Something
Parents, please help your students understand the importance of being aware of their surroundings.
Please encourage your child to say something if they see or hear something that sounds unsafe or potentially dangerous.
A courageous student willing to report something suspicious can make all the difference. This is something they should practice inside and outside of school to ensure their safety.
Important Links
Barnhardt Academy Cavaliers
Location: 2 Barnhardt Circle, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
Phone: (706) 861-2772
New Website (Under Construction): https://plc.catoosa.k12.ga.us/